Serving 245 students in grades 9-12, West Carroll High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Carroll High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Savanna, IL, covering approximately 225.5 square miles. It typically takes 15-20 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Carroll High School's student population of 245 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
245 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Carroll High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Carroll High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2249 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Thunder
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Carroll High School's ranking?
West Carroll High School is ranked #2249 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Carroll High School often compared to?
West Carroll High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chadwick-milledgeville Jr High School, Eastland Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Carroll High School?
The graduation rate of West Carroll High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend West Carroll High School?
245 students attend West Carroll High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Carroll High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Carroll High School?
West Carroll High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Carroll High School offer ?
West Carroll High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Carroll High School part of?
West Carroll High School is part of West Carroll CUSD 314 School District.
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